Released 20 years ago
Soilbleed Redux
Grendel · 2006
33 min · 7 tracks · electro-industrial
A relentless fusion of dark beats and distorted melodies, embodying the harsh edges of electro-industrial soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Soilbleed (V.3) — As the centerpiece of the album, this track encapsulates Grendel's signature aggressive style with a driving rhythm and haunting vocals that set the tone for the entire collection.
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Interrogation Leash — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend rhythmic intensity with unsettling atmospherics, creating an immersive experience that engages listeners from start to finish.
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Zombienation (V.2k5) — With its infectious hooks and pulsating beats, this track stands out as a crowd favorite, showcasing Grendel's knack for crafting danceable yet darkly themed music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong production and a cohesive sound but lacks the depth for extensive replay value.
What we noticed
- The title track 'Soilbleed' appears in two versions, with the Agonoize remix providing a contrasting interpretation that emphasizes harsher electronic elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dark beats for intense focus
- short tracks for quick bursts
- pulsating rhythms for dance energy
- relentless pacing to energize workouts
Maybe skip if you
- seeking melodic calmness
- prefer longer immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 2006, Soilbleed Redux marked Grendel's return following their breakthrough album, Ascending the Abyss. This remix collection showcases the band's evolution in sound while reflecting their ongoing experimentation within the electro-industrial genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Combichrist· Skinny Puppy· Front Line Assembly
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Soilbleed (V.3) 5:24
- 2 Interrogation Leash 4:41
- 3 Zombienation (V.2k5) 5:52
- 4 Aspiration Feed 4:28
- 5 Soilbleed (Agonoize remix) 4:17
- 6 Soilbleed (Obszön Geschöpf remix) 4:44
- 7 Dream II 3:58
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